Ottawa Events and Attractions
From Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa you can walk to many of the city’s top attractions – Parliament Buildings. National Arts Centre. Museum of Civilization. And the National Art Gallery.
In winter, rent skates and glide across the Rideau Canal, the longest ice rink in the world. Summer is festival season in Ottawa. There’s always something happening in downtown Ottawa, from the Ottawa Bluesfest to the Ottawa Jazz Festival. Here are our favourite picks.
Top attractions
ByWard Market
Downtown Ottawa's famous ByWard Market is the city’s number one tourist attraction, and is the premier destination for shopping, dining, arts, entertainment and professional services for residents and visitors to Ottawa.
Parliament Hill
Take a guided tour and see the heart of Canada’s democratic system. Parliament Hill is located 3 blocks west of the Courtyard. parl.gc.ca
Museum of Civilization
An incomparable display of artifacts and exhibits on Canadian and world cultures, including the world’s largest collection of totem poles. civilization.ca
Canadian War Museum
Learn about the defining moments in Canada's military history and the ways in which past events have shaped the nation.warmuseum.ca
Museum of Nature
A stunning stone castle houses animal and plant life exhibits. Meet creepy critters or walk through swamp forests with life-sized dinosaurs. nature.ca
Canada Science and Technology Museum
An interactive experience that explores what has driven Canadian ingenuity. See massive locomotives and a kitchen that defies the laws of physics.sciencetech.technomuses.ca
National Gallery of Canada
This stunning gallery displays the country’s national art collection as well as international exhibits. national.gallery.ca
Royal Canadian Mint
Ever held a solid gold bar or seen a $1M stack of bouillon? This is the place. You’ll also learn how coins are made here.
mint.ca